Ancient Buddhist temple in Kamakura famous for its massive 9meter gilded wooden statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Founded in 736, it features beautiful gardens, ocean views, and thousands of small Jizo statues honoring children.
Why you should go
- If you visit in summer, bring an umbrella and cooling spray because it gets hot.
- The lower grounds include the Benten-kutsu Cave, where the walls are carved to create statues of Benzaiten, the goddess of fortune, and her 16 disciples.
- The hydrangea walk requires a separate ticket, which you should book online. If you miss online booking and want to avoid a two-hour wait for a walk-in ticket, you can find beautiful hydrangeas throughout the complex.





















